Larynx Disorders

Many diverse events, circumstances, physical conditions, and diseases can result in voice abnormalities. The majority of voice issues are brought on by simple, easily curable, and non-life-threatening causes. However, a persistent voice problem should be checked by an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist) as there can be significant reasons for voice difficulties, such as laryngeal cancer. The vocal cords are located in the larynx. The larynx is essential for the body's ability to produce sound. There is no single symptom connected to a particular laryngeal condition; instead, almost every issue with the larynx, also known as the voice box, may cause many symptoms. For instance, a variety of laryngeal problems can manifest as hoarseness, limitations in pitch and loudness, shortness of breath, or greater vocal effort. It's not always the case that the intensity of the voice symptoms matches the severity of the underlying illness. Only by having an otolaryngologist assess your voice can you determine what is specifically causing your voice issue.

Where is Larynx Located?

As people age, their larynx positions change. It is located behind the jaw during infancy, between the epiglottis and the soft palate, the posterior portion of the mouth's roof. When someone swallows, a little piece of cartilage called the epiglottis closes up the windpipe. The larynx moves down the throat and backward as a person ages. In an adult, it is located midway down the neck, above the trachea (windpipe), and below the epiglottis.